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Colorado Academy

3800 S Pierce St Denver, CO 80235
Tel: (303) 914-2513
www.coloradoacademy.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,043 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $41,550
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Colorado Academy Photo #1 - Every day on campus, CA's lives the mission to create curious, kind, courageous, and adventurous learners and leaders. Our dedicated teachers offer an innovative and rigorous curriculum rooted in the liberal arts and sciences by encouraging students to think outside the box. We want students to ask "why?" and "why not?".
Colorado Academy Photo #2 - Welborn House is the home of the Office of Admission and Financial Aid at Colorado Academy. We invite you to inquire and learn more about our school and community. Click here to learn more: https://coloradoacademy.fsenrollment.com/users/sign_in.
Colorado Academy Photo #3 - Colorado Academy Middle Schoolers enjoy collaborating with peers to solve problems and spark creativity. They stand up for each other and gain independence as they develop their skills in critical thinking, communication and cultural competence. CA's Interim program is a highlight of the year as small groups of Middle Schoolers participate in outdoor, experiential trips with their teachers.
Colorado Academy Photo #4 - The Upper School at Colorado Academy is a dynamic community of 450 students in grades 9-12 who engage in abundant opportunities in academics, arts, athletics, experiential education, global travel, and self-directed learning through the REDI Lab program.
Colorado Academy Photo #5 - Colorado Academy starts with Pre-Kindergartners and graduates seniors who become curious, kind, courageous, and adventurous learners and leaders--ready to make an impact in the communities where they choose to land.
Colorado Academy Photo #6 - CA's student-athletes and teams have been recognized for their success at the national, state, and league level. Many of our students go on to successful careers playing Division I, II, and III sports in college. Our success is reflected in the character of our athletes as well as the championships we win.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,043 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $41,550
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School News

  • Colorado Academy's Newsroom - 11/06/2025
    Bookmark this page for dynamic content of what's happening on our 94 acre campus and 1,040 student body.

School Rankings

Colorado Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:

Category
Attribute
SAT Score
Highest average SAT score
ACT Score
Highest average ACT score
Student Body
Largest student body
Sports offered
Most sports offered
Extra-curric.
Most extracurriculars offered
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeColorado Academy
Pre-K36
Kind48
149
251
355
460
557
681
775
880
9122
10110
11107
12112
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ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1906
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
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Campus Size
94 acres
School Motto
Creating Curious, Kind, Courageous, and Adventurous Learners and Leaders.

Student Body

Total Students
1,043 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
74%
Average Class Size
17 students
Average SAT score
1375
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
30
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
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Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Number of AP Courses
16 courses
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses
Advanced Computer Science - Data StructuresAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP Chinese Language and CultureAP Computer Science A
AP Computer Science PrinciplesAP Economics
AP EnglishAP French Language
AP PhysicsAP Physics C
AP Spanish LanguageAP Spanish Literature
AP StatisticsFilm
PhotographySenior Portfolio: Visual Art
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$41,550
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Tuition Notes
Pre-Kindergarten (full day): $33,360 Kindergarten (full day) - Grade 5: $37,990 Grades 6-12: $41,550
Summer Program Cost
$500
Summer Program Cost Notes
Cost varies depending on program and frequency
% on Financial Aid
19%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$20,000
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Catherine Laskey
Admissions Associate
Abel Ramirez
Application URL
Online Application
Endowment Size
$40 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered
19 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
ClimbingCross Country
DanceDiving
Field HockeyGolf
Ice HockeyKayaking
LacrosseMountaineering
Rock ClimbingSoccer
SwimmingTennis
Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball
Weightlifting
Colors
White, Black, Red/Black/White
School Mascot
Mustangs

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
24 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Community Impact ProjectsCommunity Leadership Team
Computer Science ClubEngineering Club
FACES of DiversityFuture City Competition
Global Travel and ExchangesGSA
HOPEInvestment Club
Kokopelli Literary MagazineMock Trial Team
Outdoor EducationREDI Lab (Research, Engineering, Design & Inquiry)
Robotics TeamSpeech and Debate Teams


Arts and Music Programs:
Choir ProgramFilm Festival
Jazz BandOrchestra Program
Rock BandSenior Portfolio Program
Theater ProgramTheater Tech

School Notes

  • Colorado Academy is an independent school whose mission is to create curious, kind, courageous, and adventurous learners and leaders.
  • Teachers, students, parents, and staff foster trusting and respectful relationships, enhancing our thriving school community.
  • Students pursue excellence and seek to become life-long learners and contributors in our local and global communities.
  • Welcome to Colorado Academy!We are a college preparatory independent school in southwest Denver, with forward-thinking ideals.We offer students an exceptional academic experience, with education in the arts, athletics, and development of the whole child. Unique in the Denver area, our Pre-K through Grade 12 environment creates an extraordinary campus community.Our missionis to create curious, kind, courageous, and adventurous learners and leaders.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Shane Boris '00 - Oscar award winner for Navalny
    • SunHee Seo '17 - Professional actor
    • Paul Wylie '83 - Olympic figure skater
    • Norm Harris '94 - Founder of Denver's Juneteenth Music Festival
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Colorado Academy cost?
Colorado Academy's tuition is approximately $41,550 for private students and $500 for summer students.
Who are famous alumni from Colorado Academy?
Colorado Academy famous alumni include: Shane Boris '00, SunHee Seo '17, Paul Wylie '83 and Norm Harris '94.
Does Colorado Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Colorado Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Colorado Academy offer?
Colorado Academy offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Colorado Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for most sports offered.
What is Colorado Academy's ranking?
Colorado Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Colorado Academy?
The application deadline for Colorado Academy is Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The average private school tuition in Denver, CO is $15,935 for elementary schools and $19,182 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Denver, CO is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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